The Build Back Better Act will likely mean higher capital gains for taxpayers, if it passes. According to a document that has been circulated, the Democratic-led House Ways and Means Committee is looking for ways to raise $2.9 trillion in revenue over 10 years. Currently, that plan … Read More
While certain stakeholders in Qualified Small Businesses could be affected by the proposed Build Back Better Act, shareholders who hold Section 1202 QSB Stock and earn less than $400K in adjusted gross income have little to fear. The markups released today by committees of jurisdiction within the … Read More
Today’s release of the markups to the Build Back Better Act have QSBS investors and founders worried about their eligible tax exemption. The House of Representatives has made edits to the plan, including the American Jobs Plan and the American Families Plan, in order for the budget … Read More
Former CEO of Starbucks, Howard Schultz, plans to help small businesses recover from the pandemic by funding a free online learning platform. The platform, BackTo.Biz, contains more than 400 resources created by and for entrepreneurs including articles, video lessons, and tools. What Topics Are Covered? The curriculum on BackTo.Biz … Read More
Cities and towns across Washington state are currently leading a tax revolt as a response to “the Democratic-led state legislature’s attempt to impose a capital gains tax.” Those involved believe this could open the door to a state income tax which would threaten economic growth. So far, five … Read More
On August 4th, the Treasury Department modified regulations around qualified opportunity zone funds (QOFs) which are, essentially, an incentive for private and public investments into underserved communities across America. Opportunity Zones (OZ) were created to help economically distressed areas by giving investors preferential tax treatment with new investments … Read More
The LegalTech Startup Focus Podcast Founder and Host—Charlie Uniman—explores the many nuances of startup life within the legal realm with special guests. In this episode, CapGains, Inc. Co-Founders, Jonathan Fish and Kyle Richless discuss CapGain’s Inc inaugural product—QSBS Expert—and how it can unlock millions of dollars for … Read More
Early Stage VC and friend of Cap Gains, Inc— Jay Kapoor—made an engaging QSBS video as a part of his FastBreak series. We think it makes for a great primer for the lucrative tax incentive. And it doesn’t hurt that he made it fun to watch. Jay frames … Read More
Last Tuesday, house Democrats passed a $3.5 trillion plan that will include the previously proposed take hikes on wealthy Americans. The legislation will include higher tax rates on certain income brackets and capital gains, as well as increased spending to better equip the IRS. Education, parental leave, childcare, … Read More
Toast, Inc. is a technology company which allows restaurants to handle in-person, online, and mobile app payments. They plan to raise $100 million in their upcoming initial public offering (IPO). They filed for their initial public offering last Friday with the SEC and could end up with a … Read More